Abstract
Lately, novel rapid prototyping materials became available that can be processed using the Polyjet technique and reveal an improved elastic modulus as well as improved impact toughness. This 3D printing technique allows for the production of complex parts with high resolution in a reasonable time. In this study, a novel fall arrest system for sport climbing was designed, which is completely made from 3D printed material. The design process included a proper material characterization and material modelling in order to provide reliable finite element (FE) simulations. Using FE simulation tools a novel free-form component was developed and produced. Consequently, the device was produced and tested under operation conditions using a servo-hydraulic impact test machine. Furthermore, a real life test was performed on a climbing wall. It was shown that a fully functional fall arrest system that is entirely made from 3D printed polymeric material could be successfully developed using a proper design methodology.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Recent Advances in Mechanics and Materials in Design |
| Editors | J.F. Silva Gomes and Shaker A. Meguid |
| Number of pages | 209 |
| Publication status | Published - Jul 2015 |
Fields of science
- 205 Materials Engineering
- 604008 Design
- 205015 Composites
- 211912 Product design
- 104019 Polymer sciences
JKU Focus areas
- Nano-, Bio- and Polymer-Systems: From Structure to Function
- Engineering and Natural Sciences (in general)